Latest Mineral Exploration And Development News

MinRex Resources Limited and Electrum Discovery Corp. have agreed to merge, creating a well-capitalised gold-copper exploration company with advanced projects in Serbia and Australia. The combined entity aims to accelerate resource growth and exploration across two Tier-1 jurisdictions.

Ariana Resources has reported encouraging initial assay results from its 2025 drilling campaign at the Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe, revealing significant extensions beyond the current resource envelope. The company plans further drilling in early 2026 to explore these promising zones and support feasibility studies.

Ariana Resources has locked in a strategic A$11 million investment from Hongkong Xinhai Mining Services to accelerate development at its Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe. This deal includes equity funding, technical services, and a board appointment, marking a significant milestone for the company.

APC Minerals Limited has announced a renounceable pro-rata entitlement offer to raise approximately $1.38 million, issuing 13 new shares for every 11 held at $0.004 each. Overseas shareholders are excluded but will have their entitlements sold by a nominee.

Ariana Resources has inked a strategic term sheet with Hongkong Xinhai Mining Services Ltd., unlocking A$8 million in immediate funding and technical support to fast-track the Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe.

Forrestania Resources has launched a conditional all-scrip takeover offer for Kula Gold, valuing the company at approximately $42.7 million. The Kula board unanimously recommends acceptance, highlighting strategic regional consolidation and operational synergies.

Axel REE Limited reveals a substantial inferred resource at its Caladão Project, advancing plans for in situ recovery trial mining in 2026 to produce rare earth and gallium products. The company’s low-cost, environmentally conscious approach positions it well within Brazil’s Lithium Valley mining hub.

Riedel Resources Limited has announced a 1 for 2 non-renounceable entitlement offer at $0.025 per share, aiming to raise approximately $1.78 million to fund exploration and working capital. The offer closes on 15 December 2025 and is open to eligible shareholders.

EnergyX’s share price hike to US$11 signals renewed investor confidence and a lithium market rebound, increasing Pantera Lithium’s holding value by A$5.4 million.

McLaren Minerals Limited has announced a fully underwritten non-renounceable pro-rata entitlement offer to raise approximately $3.6 million, issuing new shares at 1.8 cents each with free-attaching options. The capital raise aims to fund exploration and development activities as the company advances its mining projects.

Mont Royal Resources Ltd has lodged a replacement prospectus to raise between A$8 million and A$10 million, supporting its merger with Commerce Resources Corp and advancing critical minerals projects in Quebec, Canada.

Dome Gold Mines has successfully closed its Share Purchase Plan, raising $366,000 to support ongoing exploration and development in Fiji. The company is advancing key projects including the Sigatoka mineral sands and Ono Island gold ventures.